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Research shows that the food we eat is just as important as what kind of cars we drive when it comes to creating greenhouse-gas emissions. In fact, according to One Green Planet “The food and drink the average person consumes Continue reading →

Grocery shopping can be overwhelming as we try to avoid chemicals and make good choices for our families.

You have probably heard the advice, “If you can’t pronounce it, you probably shouldn’t eat it!”. This statement refers mostly to the tens of thousands of laboratory-made additives that are in our food supply. They make our food appear both fresher and more attractive, and also make it last longer on the shelf. Continue reading →

Researchers are telling us that there is a correlation between sleep and our ability to lose weight. They are finding that when we don’t get adequate sleep, it can lead to an increase in a hormone, called ghrelin, that stimulates our appetite.

Hands down, B-complex is the one supplement that has helped me the most over the years. Coined “the happy vitamin,” B-complex helps alleviate the most common health challenges and complaints that I hear from women: fatigue, stress, irritability, anxiety, depression,

As a vegan, one of the most frequently asked questions I get is, “How do you get your protein?” My answer is that I eat a lot of beans and legumes, some tofu and tempeh, and supplement with a good, non-GMO, organic soy protein.

Your colon is the main way that your body eliminates waste and toxins, so it’s critical to have it in good working order. If toxins in your stool are not eliminated (at least daily) they can be re-absorbed back into your system. Many different factors such as stress, diet, environmental chemicals, Continue reading →

Thank you for browsing my site and joining me for my very first blog entry! I am Diane Turner, owner of Healthy Alternatives. I have been working for the past 30 years to empower women to age gracefully and have peace of mind about their health and their financial future.

Certified Nutrition Advisor and founder of Healthy Alternatives. I’m passionate about holistic health, cooking, eating, traveling, gardening and spending time with my family and friends. I love to share vegan recipes and up to date information on how the benefits of a plant-based diet and taking the right vitamins can positively impact your health.